Articles Posted in Truck Accidents

The professional drivers who drive semitrucks back and forth across the country have very demanding jobs. They need to deliver their loads regardless of the weather or what happens in traffic. Sometimes, they drive across the country in just a few days to get materials or products where they need to go.  Unfortunately, long hours…

When a truck’s cargo is not well secured, the safety of other motorists is at risk. Falling debris can be disastrous if it lands on an unsuspecting motorist. In addition, loosely secured cargo can shift the truck’s weight in unexpected ways, causing the driver to lose control. If this happens, it means that someone slept…

Trucks have larger areas around them that the driver cannot see using their side or rearview mirrors compared to standard vehicles. These areas, commonly referred to as blind spots, are a major safety threat you should always be on the lookout for. The best thing to do in a blind spot is to get out…

Truck drivers in New Jersey are generally paid for each mile that they drive, so they have a strong incentive to stay on the road for as long as possible each day. However, federal law limits the amount of time that they can spend transporting goods before they must take rest breaks. Commercial Drivers Can…

It is a well-known fact that motor vehicle accidents involving trucks cause serious injuries and fatalities in New Jersey. Debris from trucks is one of the causes of these accidents. Like many people, what you may not know is how to avoid this type of accident. This article is here to help you learn how…

While most people in New Jersey think that all accidents are similar, there are usually significant differences difference between car accidents and truck accidents. The main difference is that most cars are personal vehicles while most large trucks are commercial. Thus, there are special considerations that come into play. Additionally, the recovery of compensatory damages…

Throughout New Jersey and the rest of the nation, delivery drivers have many packages to drop off each day. With online ordering becoming so popular, many large companies work to get their deliveries shipped as fast as possible. However, these drivers working at such a fast pace could be contributing to more automobile accidents. What’s…

One person was killed, and comedian Tracy Morgan was severely injured in June 2014 when a semi-tractor trailer on the New Jersey Turnpike struck the limousine van they were traveling in. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) investigators later learned that the truck driver behind the wheel of the semi had been awake for 28 hours…

Truck drivers throughout New Jersey all have a desire to stay safe. Unfortunately, accidents are all too common on the highway and may result in personal injury. It is important to have the right evidence after the accident to receive a claim for your injuries. Police Reports The most obvious type of evidence to collect…

Trucks are a bit like the dangerous areas of town. You stay away from them when you can, and if you have to go near them, you know to take extra care. As a car driver, you are likely to come off worse in a collision with a semi-truck. So it pays to be careful…